He almost quit music. Then Martin Garrix supported his track, and everything changed.
In this episode, I talk with Marc “Arcando” Bandecchi, who opens up about the moment he almost gave up in 2023… and how staying consistent and authentic brought his career back to life.
We break down how his “Jungle” remix took off, what led to his collab “Set Me Free” with Martin Garrix, and the mindset shift that helped him fall back in love with producing again.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost motivation, or questioned whether it’s all worth it, this one’s for you.
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💬 What we talk about:
• Almost quitting music in 2023
• Staying consistent when motivation disappears
• How authenticity builds trust & momentum
• The story behind “Set Me Free” with Martin Garrix
• Finding your sound again through simplicity
• Advice for producers feeling lost
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⏱️ Chapters
00:00 Intro
02:43 Martin Garrix support & how the collab started
05:16 Almost quitting in 2023
07:01 Losing motivation and clarity
09:54 Staying consistent without big results
12:57 How the “Jungle” remix changed everything
14:14 Finding confidence again through authenticity
15:29 How “Set Me Free” came together
21:10 Writing songs that feel right instead of forced
24:19 Learning to enjoy the process again
27:47 Staying true to your sound in drum & bass
31:04 Overcoming doubt and staying consistent
35:40 Advice for producers who feel stuck
38:22 What’s next for Arcando
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